The Geneva Motor Show has been a busy one for Aston Martin. The latest addition to the Aston range comes in the form of the DBS Volante. Two images of the car were released last month, but we’ve now got all the details. Unveiled during the automaker’s press conference at the show, the Volante is a convertible version of the popular hardtop model made popular in recent James Bond films. Aston Martin says that the DBS Volante completes the DBS range. A fully-powered fabric roof – not the steel roof that’s en vogue at other automakers – makes an appearance. Despite the seemingly vintage design, expect thorough insulation to keep the Volante nearly as quiet as the standard hard top.
“The DBS Volante delivers the utmost relaxed driving experience with the hood up or down. It combines engineering excellence with design perfection.” Aston Martin’s CEO, Dr. Ulrich Bez, said in a statement.
The top drops in just 14 seconds at speeds up to 30 miles per hour. It stows beneath an automatic, hard tonneau.
To ensure a top-speed beyond 190 mph, the same 6.0-liter 12-cylinder engine as in the coupe will power the convertible. With 510 horsepower and a 420 lb-ft. of torque, the DBS Volante will accelerate from a standstill to 62 mph in just a 4.3 seconds.
The DBS Volante does come with a pair of small rear seats, but even the automaker admits that they’re best left for children or luggage. A six-speed manual is standard, while a six-speed “Touchtronic” automatic is optional. Like the sedan, the DBS Volante uses carbon fiber to form the hood, trunk and front fenders.
Standard equipment includes Bang & Olufsen’s BeoSound DBS audio system, which has been retuned for the open-top Volante.
Pricing will be announced in Geneva. Check back here for Leftlane’s live coverage of the Geneva Motor Show beginning next week.
03/03, 5:58 AM
posted by:
DB9
Yeah Baby… this is what it’s all about:-) The rewards of popping the bubbles of those that have chased alpha;-) However, being able to say I told you so – to the arrogant who now weep – priceless;-)
DB9
PS. What goes around… enjoy;-)
03/03, 6:48 AM
posted by:
MiniMan
HUH??? Does that mean you like the car or is that some sorta sidebar commentary (just asking). i however, like it and with my 500 lbs of pennies saved still feel there’s away to go before that dream becomes reality.
03/03, 11:03 AM
posted by:
Z06ified
Pure sex. This car is the very definition of a great looking car.
03/03, 2:21 PM
posted by:
scratchy
i hope this is the last version of the Aston Martin current design theme, because they are getting boring.
03/03, 5:03 PM
posted by:
carbonsigma
scratchy, +1
I never thought beautiful could be boring at the same time.
03/04, 12:17 AM
posted by:
buytheredcar
z-z-z-z-z-z
collection of boring old styling cliches…..
03/04, 12:29 AM
posted by:
Das Stig
It’s such a beautiful car, but I feel like it’s aging rather quickly. Still a unique classic, though.